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Microsoft Office Standard 2007
Created: 02/06/2007
Video description: In our video review we take a look at new file formats for Microsoft Word and other features in Microsoft Office Standard 2007. It is a worthy upgrade if you need to make sleeker-looking documents and presentations to share with others, and Outlook is bet

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Microsoft Office Standard 2007 Review

The good: Previously hard-to-find features now easier to explore; Word embraces basic desktop publishing tools; Excel formulas are easier to reference; PowerPoint presentations are more attractive; Outlook improves task and time management; improved integration throughout the applications; smaller application and file sizes; new file formats are easier to salvage if corrupted; document security is more straightforward.

The bad: Drastic design changes demand a steep learning curve if you're upgrading; new interface isn't always intuitive; contextual tabs and style galleries can be distracting; users of Office 2000 through 2003 must install converters to open Office 2007 files; no easy way to save work to the Web.

The bottom line: Overall, Microsoft Office Standard 2007 is a worthy upgrade if you need to make sleeker-looking documents and presentations to share with others, and Outlook is better than ever, but you can stick to your current software if you don't feel that it lacks anything.

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Microsoft Office Standard 2007 Specs

Manufacturer: Microsoft
Part number: 021-07746

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